Hope Dynamics Counseling
Nutrition and Physical Health
Everyone has physical needs for proper rest, exercise and nutrition.
Here are my basic recommendations
Get 8-10 hours of sleep each night; Teens need around 10 | Get 30 minutes of Sunlight and exercise each day
Nutritional Needs
- Reduce/ eliminate sugary drinks and foods.
- Drink at least 6-8 glasses of water.
- Take Vitamin D – This is an essential nutrient that many people are deficient in, which is vital for mood and other brain and body functions.Here is a link to a research test showing a link between Vitamin D deficiencies and Depression: https://montarebehavioralhealth.com/vitamin-d-the-connection-to-depression-and-anxiety/ Here is a link to a research test showing a link between Vitamin D deficiencies and Depression: https://d1wqtxts1xzle7.cloudfront.net/45572540/Vitamin_D_deficiency_may_play_a_role_in_
- Take Magnesium Glycinate at night to improve sleep and to work synergistically with Vitamin to enhance overall functioning of key body proess.
- L-theanine– A naturally occurring amino acid found in green tea is used as a natural supplement to help ease anxiety and Depression. It is shown to reduce stress hormone of Cortisol and promote calmer feelings. It is recommended to use a supplement of L-theanine at doses of 200 mg or higher per day. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/integrative-mental-health-care/201710/l-theanine-generalized-anxiety
- Vitamin B12 – I recommend taking this as a liquid drop from under the tongue for best absorption.
- Vitamin B-complex – *Note: Reducing sugar intake in food and beverages will help your body’s ability to retain and utilize Vitamin B’s.
- Probiotics – to help active gut biome.